“Oranga Ngākau” is easy to understand and provides valuable information about what to expect from treatment in mental health and addiction services. This includes a glossary of terms used during care, as well as describing different possible scenarios when using these services for the first time.

“When someone you care about has a mental health or addiction issue” is a resource for those who are supporting others. Read about the best ways for family, whānau and friends to help people close to them who are in care, as well as how to find support for themselves, should they need it.

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A Note to Visitors

The views on this website represent perspectives of recovery based on personal, lived experience of accessing services, and supporting loved ones, filtered through a psychological perspective of mental-health problems.

The information shared on this website should not replace good medical or therapeutic advice from a properly trained clinician

Information in the Mental-Health News and Events Blog is usually shared on behalf of third parties and does not necessarily reflect the views of Engage Aotearoa nor imply our endorsement of that information. Contact details for notices shared in the News and Events Blog are included in each post.

We aim to share perspectives that are respectful of the many different approaches to recovery and welcome feedback that helps us share a more balanced view.

If you find yourself distressed or excluded by anything on this website, please contact us to share your feedback and seek support. Please keep in mind Engage Aotearoa is run by volunteers and is an information service only. It may take up to a week to respond to your email.